Discover Lake Como's iconic villas, hidden coves and lakeside villages aboard your own private boat — with an English-speaking captain who knows every corner of the lake.
The OnTheLake Experience
At OnTheLake, we believe the best way to discover Lake Como is from the water. Our Airon Marine 277 — hand-crafted right here on the lake — is your home for the day: spacious sunbeds, plush seating, an onboard shower, high-quality stereo, and a large fridge ready for the journey.
Our captains are fluent in English and passionate about the lake's history. Whether you're after a quick one-hour villa tour or a full-day custom adventure, every detail is taken care of.
Private Boat Tours · Lake Como
Glide past Lake Como's most iconic villas from the water — the perspective no postcard can capture.
Cruise to Bellagio — the pearl of Lake Como. Explore cobblestone streets, enjoy a gelato, soak in the atmosphere.
Design your perfect day on Lake Como — destinations, timing, and pace are entirely up to you.
Where we go
From the terraced gardens of Bellagio to the cliffs of Varenna — these are the destinations best discovered from the water.
Lake Como (Lago di Como) is one of Italy's most celebrated destinations — a place where Belle Époque villas, terraced gardens and medieval villages cling dramatically to the shoreline. While thousands of visitors explore the lakeside towns on foot or by public ferry, the most extraordinary perspective has always been from a private boat on Lake Como.
OnTheLake offers private boat charter on Lake Como for families, couples and small groups of up to 7 people. Our tours depart from any public or private pier — including Como city, Cernobbio, Menaggio, Tremezzina and beyond — so you start from wherever is most convenient.
Every Lake Como boat tour is guided by a captain fluent in English who shares the history and hidden stories behind the villas, towns and landscape. Whether you're planning a short 1-hour villas tour, a half-day Bellagio boat trip, a Varenna cruise, or a fully bespoke Lake Como day — fuel and captain costs are always included, with no surprises.
From the Blog
Villa del Balbianello, Villa Carlotta, Villa d'Este — we reveal which villas are most stunning from the water and why the boat view beats everything else.
How to get to Bellagio, what to eat, where to walk and why arriving by private boat is the most memorable way to experience the village.
April through October is magical, but each season has its own light, crowd levels and atmosphere. Here's how to choose the perfect month for your visit.
FAQ
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📞 +39 352 004 7601 ✉️ onthelake.lakecomo@gmail.com 💬 Chat on WhatsAppOur boat accommodates up to 7 guests — ideal for families, couples, and small groups. Every tour is exclusively yours: no shared boats, no strangers, complete privacy on the lake.
Yes — always. Every tour price includes fuel and captain costs. We also provide unlimited chilled water, soft drinks and towels on request. No hidden fees, no surprises at the end of your day.
We depart from any public or private pier on Lake Como — Como city, Cernobbio, Tremezzina, Menaggio and more. You pick the most convenient point for your group and we'll be there.
Yes. All our captains are fluent in English and deeply passionate about Lake Como's history, architecture and hidden gems. Expect stories behind the villas and local knowledge you won't find in any guide book.
Absolutely. Our custom tours let you choose destinations, duration (1–8 hours), departure time and pace. Call us, email, or send a WhatsApp — we'll design the perfect itinerary together.
Lake Como is beautiful from April through October. Late spring (May–June) and early autumn (September–October) offer the best combination of mild temperatures, calm water, and fewer crowds — and the light on the lake is extraordinary.
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